Clinical Nurse-Ambulatory Navigator - #1402588

Overview

Job Title: Clinical Nurse – Ambulatory Navigator/Triage Hem/Onc

Location: IU Health - CICC Fishers (10212 Lantern Rd., Fishers, IN 46037)

Department: Hematology/Oncology

Position Status: Full-Time (1.0 FTE)

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM; no weekends, no holidays

About IU Health:

At IU Health, our culture is built on the foundations of Purpose, Kindness, Excellence, and Team. These guiding principles shape our relationships and interactions within our community. Whether you find yourself at Methodist Hospital, a designated Level One Trauma Center, or at University Hospital, renowned for its cutting-edge cancer research and comprehensive patient care, we offer a unique environment where you can apply your nursing and leadership skills.

Position Overview:

The Clinical Nurse – Ambulatory Navigator/Triage Hem/Onc is responsible for coordinating care needs for oncology and hematology patients by providing triage symptom management over the phone and ensuring accurate documentation of patient needs. The incumbent will collaborate with patients, their primary physicians, and a multidisciplinary team to develop customized care plans, manage treatment delivery, and advocate for patients throughout their healthcare journey.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the care needs of assigned oncology/hematology patients and develop comprehensive plans to manage care delivery across the patient care continuum.
• Triage symptom management and offer clinical advice over the phone based on patients' individual needs.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, health professionals, social workers, and others to ensure appropriate tests and treatments are delivered in a timely fashion.
• Advocate for patients to enhance their treatment experience and address their needs effectively.
• Balance care needs with financial considerations to achieve efficient and effective patient outcomes.
• Maintain thorough documentation of patient interactions, care plans, and triage assessments.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives within the department to enhance care delivery processes.
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Associate of Nursing (ASN) required; Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license required.
• Must have graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program.
• 3-5 years of relevant nursing experience preferred, with a focus on oncology/hematology experience preferred but not required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) required; other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty.
• Specialty certifications may be required in accordance with the department's provision of care.
• Knowledge of personal computers and proficiency in various types of word processing and database software required.
• Requires clinical work experience, understanding of medical terminology, and familiarity with medical record requirements, regulations, and policies.
  
  
  

Why Join Us:

As Indiana’s largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, and the number 1 ranked healthcare system in Indiana, we offer:

• 401(K) retirement savings with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness - Government program that may allow qualifying participants to have the remainder of their student loan balance forgiven (after a set amount of time and specific qualifications have been met).
• Employee Assistance Program – Counseling at no cost to you
• Healthy Results - Participation in our team member wellness programs award points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive in your paycheck! The more you participate, the more you earn!
  
  
  

If you'd like to learn more about our benefits, please view our benefits website:

Join Us:

If you are a compassionate and proactive RN with a passion for hematology and oncology care, we encourage you to apply for the Clinical Nurse – Ambulatory Navigator/Triage Hem/Onc position. Your expertise will be instrumental in providing high-quality care and support to our patients at IU Health.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at IU Health. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.